Carer's Allowance Applications

Tuesday, 2 July 2019

Questions (636)

Denis Naughten

Question:

636. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when a decision will be made on an application for carer's allowance by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27669/19]

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Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

Carer's allowance (CA) is a means-tested social assistance payment made to a person who is habitually resident in the State and who is providing full-time care and attention to a child or an adult who has such a disability that as a result they require that level of care.

An application for CA was received from the person concerned on 10 May 2019. The application is currently being processed and once completed, the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.